Griffin was released by the Washington Redskins earlier in March and had met with the Browns and Jets this offseason. Browns head coach Hue Jackson told reporters that he came away impressed by Griffin during their meeting.

Griffin was Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2013, but tore his ACL in the postseason. He rushed back from injury the following season and played poorly in 10 games. The following season, he struggled with Jay Gruden's system and was in and out of the lineup, being replaced by Kirk Cousins, then Colt McCoy.

Griffin was healthy and slated as the starter in the 2015 preseason when he suffered a concussion. From there, Gruden, who remained critical of Griffin's play, turned to Cousins and didn't look back. Cousins had a breakout season while Griffin didn't play a regular season snap.

Schefter also reportedthat Griffin's presence will likely make current Browns quarterback Josh McCown available. The Browns have the No. 2 pick in the draft and are widely expected to take a quarterback — likely North Dakota State's Carson Wentz or Cal's Jared Goff. Griffin would likely compete for the starting job with either rookie if the Browns do move on from McCoy.

Jackson was the offensive coordinator for the Cincinnati Bengals and helped Andy Dalton turn a page. The NFL world has generally felt that he could work well with Griffin, though it's clear that Griffin needs to develop into a better drop-back and pocket passer.

The Browns have not been a team where quarterbacks go to flourish in recent years — particularly quarterbacks deemed as projects. Ask Johnny Manziel. Bringing Griffin aboard, between health issues, talent issues, and as some have speculated, personality issues, ought to be one of the most enticing storylines of the 2016 season.

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CHARLOTTE, NC - JANUARY 17: Marshawn Lynch #24 of the Seattle Seahawks looks on before the NFC Divisional Playoff Game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on January 17, 2016 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Ronald C. Modra/Sports Imagery/Getty Images)

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FOXBORO, MA - DECEMBER 24: Jerod Mayo #51 of the New England Patriots reacts after he sacked Matt Moore #8 of the Miami Dolphins in the second half at Gillette Stadium on December 24, 2011 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images)

RETIRING A PATRIOT.

BALTIMORE, MD - DECEMBER 27, 2015: Tight end Heath Miller #83 of the Pittsburgh Steelers watches the action from the sideline during a game against the Baltimore Ravens on December 27, 2015 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, Maryland. Baltimore won 20-17. (Photo by: Nick Cammett/Diamond Images/Getty Images)

DETROIT, MI - OCTOBER 25: Calvin Johnson #81 of the Detroit Lions looks on from the sidelines during the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field on October 25, 2015 in Detroit, Michigan. The Vikings defeated the Lions 28-19. (Photo by Mark Cunningham/Detroit Lions/Getty Images)

Calvin Johnson retires from the National Football League: https://t.co/8YgcYxLjNS https://t.co/IdC1yIMX8R

CHARLOTTE, NC - OCTOBER 25: Jared Allen #69 of the Carolina Panthers reacts after a sack of Sam Bradford #7 of the Philadelphia Eagles during their game at Bank of America Stadium on October 25, 2015 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Panthers won 27-16. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)

Riding off into the sunset https://t.co/wZXovseGKS

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - AUGUST 8: Corey Wootton #99 of the Minnesota Vikings looks on during the fourth quarter of the game against the Oakland Raiders on August 8, 2014 at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings defeated the Raiders 10-6. (Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Thank you all for the support! https://t.co/wHQqWkAirF

DETROIT, MI - DECEMBER 07: Logan Mankins #70 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers warms up prior to the start of the game gainst the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on December 7, 2014 in Detroit, Michigan. The Lions defeated the Buccaneers 34-17. (Photo by Leon Halip/Getty Images)

Ex-#Patriots & #Bucs G Logan Mankins was tough, nasty, played through the whistle… and is a great dude when the play ends. One of a kind.

JACKSONVILLE, FL - DECEMBER 13: Matt Hasselbeck #8 of the Indianapolis Colts drops back to pass during a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field on December 13, 2015 in Jacksonville, Florida. The Jaguars defeated the Colts 51-16. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

It has been an honor and a pleasure.
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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - DECEMBER 22: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) D'Brickashaw Ferguson #60 of the New York Jets greets fans after a game against the Cleveland Browns on December 22, 2013 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Jets defeated the Browns 24-13. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

Thank you for the numerous messages of support. It has been a blessing to be apart of the NYJ. My letter to you https://t.co/hcIRk41QtM

GLENDALE, AZ - AUGUST 24: Defensive tackle Darnell Dockett #90 of the Arizona Cardinals watches from the sidelines during the preseason NFL game against the San Diego Chargers at the University of Phoenix Stadium on August 24, 2013 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

To the founder of the #BirdGang, @ddockett, congrats on a great career! #ThanksNineO
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SEATTLE, WA - OCTOBER 18: Wide receiver Ricardo Lockette #83 of the Seattle Seahawks gestures to the crowd during the game against the Carolina Panthers at CenturyLink Field on October 18, 2015 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)

I just wanted to make my teammates, family, & The 12th Man proud!!!! #weallwegot